Care Manager Children. Job in Kent Education & Training Jobs

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Children\’s Home Manager / Registered Manager to lead a children\’s home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Our client provides tailored care and support, ensuring safe, nurturing, and development-focused environments.

As a Children\’s Home Manager / Registered Manager, you will be responsible for leading the home and delivering high-quality care to vulnerable children.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary range of £50k – £60k with profit share of £5k quarterly + £2k for outstanding inspection results.

Responsibilities

• Leading the home and managing daily operations to meet care standards.
• Ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements, including Ofsted registration.
• Promoting safeguarding and child protection at all levels within the home.
• Developing and motivating a skilled, engaged workforce.
• Managing resources effectively to maximise service delivery.
• Driving continuous improvement and innovation across the service.
• Maintaining strong communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Overseeing financial performance and achieving operational targets.

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Children\’s Home Manager, Registered Care Manager, Registered Home Manager, Registered Manager, Home Manager, Care Manager, Homecare manager or in a similar role.
• Have recent experience of 2 years (within 5 years) in children\’s residential care.
• Must have experience working in EBD settings.
• Supervisory or leadership experience of 1 year in a care environment.
• Proven knowledge of relevant legislation and Ofsted regulations.
• Strong leadership, people management, and motivational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Profit Share
• Fully funded training and qualifications.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• On-site parking
• Store and employee discounts
• Referral programme
• Gym membership
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Maternity and sick pay support.
• Unlimited paid holidays
• Casual Dress

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated children\’s home and make a tangible difference in young people\’s lives.